Incomplete nondisplaced transverse fracture line

What does "Incomplete nondisplaced transverse fracture line" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

"Incomplete nondisplaced transverse fracture line" refers to a break in the bone that doesn't go all the way through and hasn't caused the bone to move out of place. The break is horizontal, going across the bone. This term is used to describe a specific type of bone fracture observed in medical imaging.

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